GETTING HERE
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
BY TRAIN
Castlemaine Railway Station is centrally located, and train travel is an easy and pleasurable 1.5 hour journey from Melbourne. V/Line trains run between Melbourne’s Southern Cross Station along the Bendigo line to Castlemaine, or Bendigo departing regularly from 6am to 11:30pm. For more information visit vline.com.au or phone 1800 800 007.
BY BUS
There are local buses servicing Castlemaine, Chewton, Campbells Creek, Maldon and Bendigo. For service schedules visit pvt.vic.gov.au
BY CAR
BY CAR
Castlemaine is approximately 120 kms north –west of Melbourne, or a 1.5 hour drive via the Tullamarine Freeway, following the signs to Bendigo and the Calder Freeway. Bendigo is approximately 155 kms from Melbourne or a 2-hour drive.
BY TAXI
Castlemaine Taxis service all areas in the region and can be contacted on 131 008.
WHERE TO STAY
NORTHERN ARTS HOTEL
The Northern Arts Hotel is located within easy strolling distance to the beautiful Castlemaine Botanical Gardens, The Mill Castlemaine artisan precinct and the Bridge Hotel. The deliciously renowned Johnny Baker is also on your doorstep (seriously!). And the Northern Arts Hotel is a great base from which to explore the many riches of the central Victoria region.
BIG4 CASTLEMAINE GARDENS HOLIDAY PARK
BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens is a comfortable 15-minute walk from the centre of town. With the option of villas, cabins, glamping or just a good ol’ powered camp site – you’re sure to find a place to stay that perfectly suits you!